#92 George Van Orsdel (The Van Orsdels)

FIRST-EVER Halloween Special! 🎃

Join us as George Van Orsdel (George Graquitena) recounts his experiences in Miami's punk and alternative music scene spanning the 1980s, 90s, 2000s, and beyond. From the iconic Cameo Theatre to East Coast tours, George reveals the influences that ignite his passion for horror and Halloween, and stories of the past. [Recorded on 10/05/2024]

Bands to George's credit are:

- The Van Orsdels (FL's pioneering horror-themed psychobilly band)

- Not Dead Yet

- F-Boyz

- Jobbernowl

- Cell 63

- Fay Wray

- N.F.K.

- Torpedo Lucas

- The Family Ghouls (solo)

- Salem Slot Machine

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